Bustling days at Hanoi flower market ahead of Vietnam’s Lunar New Year
Though Hanoi hosts 149 spring flower markets across the city in 2026, Hang Luoc remains a cherished cultural landmark, where crowds gather not only to buy blossoms but to…
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Stability, vitality, and creativity appeal to all: China Daily
China's rising international appeal, visible in the growing popularity of celebrating Spring Festival in China, is best understood through the lens of economic globalisation, its…
Chinese chewy rice cakes embody wishes for good fortune
For generations of Chinese families, the "nian gao" has been the most tangible festive expression of hope.
‘Becoming Chinese’ takes social media by storm
Content creators espouse the virtues of sipping ginger tea and trying acupuncture.
Robots take centre stage in China
Chinese humanoid robots are busting out showstopping flips, tricks and twists, wowing crowds from atop the nation's biggest stages.
Myanmar’s historic pagoda festival to be held for 15 days
The Buddhist worship festival is held for 15 days from the first day of the Tabaung moon (February 16) to the full moon of the Tabaung moon (March 2).
New Islamic groups’ office plan in Jakarta raises heritage concerns
The former British Embassy compound near the Hotel Indonesia (Bundaran HI) traffic circle, which has been left vacant since its relocation to South Jakarta in 2013, is a cultural…
Paper horses welcome Vietnam’s lunar new year
An origami workshop in Hanoi is bringing people together to fold paper horses, a traditional symbol of strength, energy, and always looking forward.
Labubu lights up Shanghai lantern show
Collectibles giant Pop Mart adds a trendy twist to traditional Chinese New Year festivities.
How Dhaka’s micro-communities are changing urban life
The past decade saw the rise of small, passion-driven groups that offer a renewed sense of identity. From photography circles, artisan collectives, to hiking groups and heritage…